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- The Importance of Outdoor Play in the Early Years: A Guide for Parents
- Leaf Nature Hunt Activity for Kids – with Free Reference Poster
- Never Let People Kiss Your Newborn Baby! Here’s Why
- Ofsted: Little Acorns Nursery is a ‘Good Provider’ – It’s Official!
- Applications Now Open for ‘30 Hours’ Childcare Scheme — for Children (9m+) of Working Parents
Our Amazing Nursery
Little Acorns is a nursery & preschool in Padiham, Lancashire, near Hapton, Rose Grove, Burnley, Altham, Huncoat, Read, Simonstone, Sabden, Higham & Wood End. We offer outstanding weekday childcare for babies (3 months +), toddlers & children up to 5 years old.
Contact Little Acorns
Chapel House
Victoria Road
Padiham
Lancashire, BB12 8RF
01282 680 822
Email us here
Opening Hours
Open 7 am – 6 pm Mon-Fri




The Importance of Outdoor Play in the Early Years: A Guide for Parents
Leaf Nature Hunt Activity for Kids – with Free Reference Poster
Never Let People Kiss Your Newborn Baby! Here’s Why
Did you know that kisses can potentially kill young babies in some circumstances? Sadly, many new parents are simply unaware of the dangers that such a loving and innocent act can potentially have on the well-being of their infant. It’s due to the immaturity of a newborn baby’s immune system and how that puts them at risk of contracting potentially catastrophic infections. These are infections that would usually cause only mild symptoms in older children and adults, but may cause potentially devastating harm to infants. One particular worry for newborns and those in the first few weeks of life comes from being kissed by a friend or relative who has a specific virus. Worryingly, it’s a virus which most adults carry. What’s more, many adults do not even realise they carry the virus. However, if a newborn baby catches it, it can be deadly. Today, we explain more about the risks associated with kissing babies and why it’s best not to let friends and relatives kiss a recently-born infant.
Ofsted: Little Acorns Nursery is a ‘Good Provider’ – It’s Official!
Applications Now Open for ‘30 Hours’ Childcare Scheme — for Children (9m+) of Working Parents
Read on to learn more about what’s available through this newly extended funding scheme, eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and more.
Spring Nature Hunt Activity for Under-5s (with Free Poster!)
In the height of spring, sunshine lifts our spirits, spring flowers bloom and birds and pollinators suddenly become more abundant. With so much flora and fauna bursting forth and beauty all around, it’s a wonderful time for children to get outdoors to experience nature first-hand. In today’s activity, they can do all of that through a mid-spring nature hunt. We even supply a free poster for little ones to use as reference during the activity! The fresh air will be good for them, they can burn off some energy as they explore the outdoors, and nature will benefit them in a myriad of ways. They’ll discover more about the natural world, nurture their own well-being through close proximity to nature, and learn about some of the natural delights that come with the season. What’s more, spending time close to nature is good for parents too!
Fabulous Reviews & Ratings for Little Acorns Nursery, Padiham
Parent feedback is one of the best ways for parents to gauge the quality of childcare provision when selecting a nursery for their child. Getting the choice right is incredibly important too; after all, it’s a major part of setting up children’s learning and development foundations. With that in mind, have you ever checked out the reviews, ratings and testimonials for Little Acorns Nursery, Padiham? If not, take a look below. We highlight some of the wonderful feedback received from parents of children under our care. It’s full of 5-star ratings and glowing comments and, needless to say, staff at Little Acorns Nursery are delighted! We’d like to thank each and every parent who has left such positive feedback; it’s hugely appreciated. When such positive feedback arrives, it makes our day, so a big ‘thank you’ goes out to all our parent reviewers. Take a look at some of the wonderful things parents past and present have said about Little Acorns Nursery below.
Simple Bird Feeders – A Fun & Worthwhile Activity for Children
Why Every Child Should Learn a Musical Instrument
Toothbrushing for Under-5s — Let’s Get Lancashire Brushing!